Shanlin District
Kaohsiung
Visit Shanlin District
Popular places to visit
Liuhe Night Market
Get a sense of the tastes, sounds and smells of Taiwan in this buzzing night market full of stalls selling local delicacies.
Pier-2 Art Center
Peruse fascinating works to learn about Taiwan’s edgy art scene in the dystopian setting of abandoned warehouses by the sea.
Kaohsiung Arena
Catch an event at Kaohsiung Arena during your trip to Kaohsiung. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Love River
Walk along the banks of Kaohsiung’s cultural core, where you will find a night market, a harbor and scenic parks.
E-DA Themepark
Bring the children to E-DA Themepark and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Kaohsiung. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Central Park
Watch the exceptional water dances that take place several times a day at Water Square in the center of this green park.
Things to do
Alishan Join-in Day Tour from Kaohsiung (Incl. Park Entrance)
Maritime Kaohsiung Lotus Pond, Cijin Island and Love River Cruise
Tainan Romantic Escape: Qipao Experience & Love Match Ceremony
Kaohsiung Cultural Day: TourMoon World, Hakka Lei Cha DIY, Pier-2
Kaohsiung Private Tour - Discover Local Hidden Gems
Top hotels in Shanlin District
Shangri-La Far Eastern Tainan
"This property is perfect. The only flaw was that we couldn’t stay longer."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
E-Da Royal Hotel
"客房服務居然找不出一把水果刀可以借！客房部說飯店內餐廳無法出借水果刀！早上去用早餐，一樓自助式早餐也是一把餐刀都沒有？ 房內並無小孩！沒有安全疑慮！第一次住宿飯店無刀可用！朋友送的當地水果只能徒手抓著啃！"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
CHECK inn Select Tainan YongKang
The Place Tainan
"進出都很不方便！要停很久時間！硬體設備還不錯，早餐也不錯！服務人員🙎♀️還不錯👍"
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Evergreen Plaza Hotel Tainan
"AC duct exits need cleaning for a hotel like this. Kind of smelly. Bath room shows aged and worn. It requires walking to the other corner of the room to get a towel in wet feet after taking a shower. could not find a pen or a piece of paper in my room to leave a note for my family member, when needed ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Roaders Hotel Tainan ChengDa
"Large room, comfortable room and good water pressure. No water or refrigerator in the room but there's a lounge on the second floor, open to all guests, where both are available (I believe)."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
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Where to stay in Shanlin District
Kaohsiung City Centre
Travellers love Kaohsiung City Centre for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kaohsiung by jumping on the metro at Formosa Boulevard Station or Sinyi Elementary School Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Liuhe Night Market and Central Park.
Zuoying District
Get to know Zuoying District and its many features like its mountain views and restaurants. You might want to explore sights like Dragon Tiger Tower and Lotus Pond, and you can jump on the metro at Ecological District Station or Zuoying High Speed Rail Station to get around the city.
Sinsing District
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Sinsing District. If sightseeing is on the list, Xinkujiang Shopping District is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Sinyi Elementary School Station or Formosa Boulevard Station to see more of the area.
Sanmin
Well liked for its museums and art galleries, Sanmin is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Love River and National Science and Technology Museum, and jump on the metro at Houyi Station to get around the city.
Gushan District
Gushan District is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at TRA Museum of Fine Arts Station Station or Hamasen Station to explore sights like Shou Shan Zoo.
